Mathematical and Statistical Modeling in an Age of Bioterrorism

The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA

4321.0: Tuesday, November 18, 2003 - 4:30 PM

Abstract #73444

Mark P. Becker, PhD, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, 420 Deleware St., SE, MMC 197, Minneapolis, MN 55455-0381, 612.625.1179, mbecker@umn.edu

In this talk I explore the scope and limitations of mathematical and statistical modeling for informing the development of national policy relating to bioterrorism and other infectious disease threats. Examples are drawn from current literature as it relates to recent policy decisions.

Learning Objectives:

To gain an introductory understanding of applications of statistical modeling to bioterrorism issues.

Keywords: Bioterrorism, Statistics

Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.

Statistical Methodology Session: Statistical Methods and Models for Bioterrorism

The 131st Annual Meeting (November 15-19, 2003) of APHA